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YMCA programming for seniors continues to grow BY CAMERON JENSON Daily Globe WORTHINGTON — The Worthington Area YMCA is constantly growing and striving to meet the needs of the community, but there is one particular area of its service that is expanding at a rapid rate. The YMCA’s seniors, or Active Older Adults, make up one of the largest areas of the Y’s service, and the organization is always looking to include more people. “The seniors are just as important as all of our populations, but what we do know is that the population of 60 plus is the fastest growing population in our country,” said Worthington YMCA Executive Director
Andy Johnson. “We know that as our population continues to age and that group is getting bigger than the younger group, obviously there are needs and opportunities for that age group.” Senior membership and participation at the YMCA is increasing, which is the result of the variety of activities that are offered to them. The variety of activities offered by the Y are the primary reason for the growth, but Johnson said insurance companies have contributed as well. “The insurance companies have done a really good job of providing opportunities for inactive and active older adults to get engaged in a program, regardless of
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whether they think it’s too late,” he explained. “For the most part, they’ve removed the cost barrier.” One of the most popular programs offered for seniors at the Worthington YMCA is called Silver Sneakers. “Silver Sneakers is a trademark-registered name,” Johnson said. “We are licensed and contracted with Silver Sneakers to
offer their program, and so our instructors are trained to be able to offer that.” There are two of these classes that are taught by the YMCA. The first is Silver Sneakers Yoga, which increases flexibility, while Silver Sneakers Classic works on muscular strength. Any Y members are eligible to take these classes, which are mostly chair-based. 001417356r1
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Much can be done to assist older drivers en is safety. They have both taught their respective programs for nearly nine years and are recertified annually to stay updated with new laws. Because some of the same people take the class every three years, they also get new curriculum which is in the form of powerpoints and videos. “The thing that we always emphasize at the very beginning is that we’re not here to teach you how to drive, we’re here to make you more aware and hopefully improve your driving at your age,” said Emary. The main reason the class is needed is because drivers have decreases in vision, hearing, mobility and reaction time as they age. “In both of our classes we talk about, ‘How do you compensate for those kind of changes?’ and just really pointing out the reality that there are changes, you don’t react as fast as you used to, and you don’t see as well,” Petersen said. One example of a change is that it takes four times as long for an older adult’s eyes to recover from glare than it does a 30 year-old. Because of that, he or she might not want to drive at night because it becomes dangerous. They also might want to travel during times that traffic isn’t as heavy. All drivers are taught to drive within their own abil-
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driving concern that’s different than what’s in a powerpoint — then we cover that particular aspect of it,” said Petersen.
Seniors are most likely to be involved in a t-bone accident because they’re not good at depth perception and approaching vehicles. LARRY PETERSON, Driver Improvement Program for the Minnesota Highway Safety & Research Center instructor Additionally, the classes go over new laws, as well as the advancing technology in vehicles. This is important for older adults who likely have not taken a driving class since their youth. Petersen said that many of the changes made on the roads that are intended to help senior drivers not only improve road safety for the seniors, but make all driv-
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ensuring they are safe for themselves and others on the road. “There’s a guy who comes to class who has a restricted license,” he said. “He can only drive within so many miles of home, he can only drive during daylight hours at certain speeds, but a lot of seniors consider that.” Many people will have their own idea about when it is time for them to stop driving, while in other cases, family may need to get involved. Regardless of the situation, Petersen said it is usually a difficult one. “It’s a problem of losing your mobility when
you give up the keys,” he explained. “I think it’s got to be approached in a positive manner, not a negative manner. ‘We’re concerned about your driving, and we don’t want you to get hurt and we don’t want you to hurt anybody else.’” Emary shared two contrasting examples of how each of his parents stopped driving. “My mother very willingly said, ‘I shouldn’t be driving anymore. I quit,’” Emary recalled. “My dad was in his middle 90s and said, ‘I can still drive.’ I had approached him about it being time to quit. Well, he couldn’t hear and he couldn’t see really well and he did a slow head-on collision with another vehicle.” Petersen also described a
personal situation with his father. “I used to always drive when my dad and I got together,” he recalled. “He always threw me the keys, but when he turned about 80, he kept the keys. I said, ‘Dad, do you want me to drive?’ He said, ‘No, I want to drive and I want you to watch how I do. When you think it’s time for me to give up the keys, you tell me.’ There aren’t very many people that are mature enough to handle it in that way.”. The health problems that can prevent a driver from being safe are not exclusive to physical conditions. Emary explained that a common driving impairment is dementia because the individuals can’t
remember every procedure or how to react in certain situations.
My dad was in his middle 90s and said, ‘I can still drive.’ Well, he couldn’t hear and he couldn’t see really well and he did a slow head-on collision with another vehicle. BOB EMARY, AARP Smart Driver course instructor Despite the difficulty of ceasing to drive, there are other options for older adults to remain mobile. “In Worthington we’re
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fortunate because we’ve got alternative transportation,” said Petersen. “They can call a taxi and $3 gets you one way no matter where you go in Worthington. The expense of having an automobile as you’re older and not using it is much greater than it would be to pay for a taxi, so economically it makes sense to give up these keys.” “We also have the Heartland Express,” added Emary. “One of the things that people do quite often is they will maintain a car, even though they aren’t driving themselves anymore, and then they will have other people drive them in their vehicle, which makes them feel better,” Emary continued.
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Hanging history, proudly BY RYAN MCGAUGHEY rmcgaughey@dglobe.com WORTHINGTON — There’s a tree at the residence of Arnold and Elna Sexe that dates back more than 600 years. That “tree” is a framed family tree that traces Arnold’s lineage back all the way to 1482. The historical illustration was a gift from the Sexes’ youngest son, David, several years ago.
My ancestors were actually at Plymouth Colony. We don’t exactly what precipitated it, but they later went to Rhode Island to start Rhode Island.. ARNOLD SEXE, Volunteer at Prairie Elementry At the top of the tree is the name Thomas Wilbore, who was born in 1482. In the 1800s, Arnold said, the
surname’s spelling changed to Wilborn. “My ancestors were actually at Plymouth Colony,” Arnold proudly pointed out. “We don’t exactly know what precipitated it, but they later went to Rhode Island to start Rhode Island.” Arnold said that his ancestors weren’t aboard the Mayflower, but he added that he knows of a familial connection to William Bradford, who served as Plymouth Colony’s governor five times between the years 1621 and 1657. Another key part of the family tree is a branch that begins with a notation of the birth of Svein Seksae, who was born in Hardanger, Norway, in 1521. The last name’s spelling was later changed to its current form upon the family’s arrival in the United States. Arnold can recall well his family’s history in southwest Minnesota.His great-grandfather made his way to Chicago upon his arrival in the United States and a son, Eammon, was born. The child died young, and another son was born who was also named Eammon — which Arnold said was a common practice at that time given such circumstances. Eammon, Arnold said, was his grand-
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moved out here to Rock County around 1872 and homesteaded,” he said. “He was one of the founders of Hills,” Arnold went on. “He actually had a general store and the first lumber yard there. Hills came into being when the Illinois Central and the Great Northern tracks crossed. … There had been a community called Bruce, but that moved to Hills.” Arnold’s father, Leonard, grew up in Hills and went into business there. “He had a Ford garage and sold Model Ts and he had to assemble them. They came in on the train, all in parts. When they started the Ford factory in St. Paul, they would take the train up there and drive the cars back. My mom — her name was Lottie — taught school
in Hills; that’s where she and my father met.” In 1930, Leonard’s cousin bought a unique historical artifact that Arnold now has in his possession. “He went to Norway and purchased this book which is actually the church record of all the families of the church,” Arnold said. “Blelae was my grandmother’s maiden name … that appears in the record. She was 11 when she came to the US; she and my grandfather met in Sioux Falls.” Arnold was born to Leonard and Lottie Sexe in October of 1924. “I was born in Hills and the farm was a mile from South Dakota and a halfmile from Iowa,” he continued. “I went to county school one mile from South Dakota and one mile from Iowa and when they said ‘southwest Minnesota,’ that was us. I got into trouble at
school because I mentioned that my ancestors had been at Plymouth Colony. They said, ‘That can’t be, you’re Norwegian.’ I said, “But my mother is English.’ My mother had to come to the school and talk to the teacher.” That little hiccup in Arnold’s education obviously failed to turn him off to school, as he would go on to enjoy a long career as a science teacher in the Worthington school district. He still enjoys going to school today, as he and wife Elna have continued to greet Prairie Elementary children upon their arrival each Wednesday morning. He’s also gotten an education of sorts from the family tree, which hangs prominently in the Ecumen Meadows apartment that he and Elna have called home since Aug. 1, 2014. “This last year I had it framed,” he said. “It didn’t
do any good to have it curled up in the closet.” Arnold and Elna have two sons — the oldest, Dean, is an orthodontist who resides in Albert Lea, while youngest son David was a Naval intelligence officer who lives in Hawaii. They have two adult granddaughters. The most recent generations on the family tree came about as a result of a neighborly connection Arnold’s parents had. “Her cousin lived next door to my parents in Fairmont,” Arnold remembered. “My mother’s parents lived in Fairmont, so my parents eventually had moved over there. .. A nurse that she (Elna) worked with, her husband and I talked together, and that’s how we ended up meeting.” Arnold and Elna will be married 67 years this October. Elna had finished
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nurse’s training in 1946 and worked two years before coming to Worthington in 1948. Arnold had been in the Navy, then returned and finished college in Mankato prior to arriving in Worthington to teach. While Arnold has his family tree on which to reflect, Elsa also has some family memories. “I guess I remember more of my grandmother,” she said. “She came from Sweden at the age of 17, to Chicago. I suppose she worked for a tailor because she sold clothes. … She eventually found her way to East Chain, Minnesota. Elna grew up in the East Chain area and went on to graduate from Fairmont High School. Arnold graduated from Beaver Creek High School. Now, more than 70 years after their respective high school graduations, Arnold and Elna keep busy with
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BRANDPOINT When a patient is battling cancer, good nutrition is essential to maintain physical strength and help ensure a better response to treatment. Foods high in protein are an important part of your loved one’s balanced diet, and helping them eat well is a critical investment in their health and well-being. That said, there may be obstacles to good nutrition during cancer treatment such as mouth pain, fatigue, taste sensitivities and nausea. If eating and drinking are painful or unpleasant, it’s easy to see how maintaining good nutrition could be a challenge. This can lead to a chain reaction of complications and a longer recovery time. “Most cancer patients are too tired to make a meal, or even shop for it. Yet the importance of good, consistent nutrition can’t be overstated,” said Dr. Bruce Moskowitz, physician and chairman of the Cancer Nutrition Consortium
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the CNC. On good days, your loved one may be in the kitchen, preparing and enjoying a tasty bean and vegetable soup from scratch. However, some days they might feel too tired to fix a meal. A lack of food can lead to even more fatigue, and that can trigger a downward spiral. Keep a stock of nutrientand protein-rich foods on hand for the too-tired days. One option is HORMEL VITAL CUISINE products, a line of power-packed drinks and packaged foods designed by nutritionists, physicians and chefs to fill a void and support the nutritional needs of cancer patients, while battling common barriers to good nutrition. 2. Mouth pain/trouble swallowing. Run your tongue along your inner cheek and gums. Those are brand new cells made by the body. Because chemotherapy and radiation damage cells, these mouth cells are often a casualty during treatment, resulting in sores that make it uncomfortable or even painful to eat. Avoid tart and acidic foods that can irritate the mouth, such as citrus fruits and tomato sauces. Steering clear of hard foods with rough edges, such as crackers, is also wise. Soft, easyto-swallow foods are good options, such as eggs, bean soups or smoothies. 3. Taste sensitivities. Again, the disruption to the rapidly dividing cells inside the mouth can alter the flavor of food. Patients often experience a metallic taste, but sometimes, flavor components that are salty or bitter can intensify — unpleasantly so. Radiation can also damage saliva glands. When foods taste bitter, metallic or too salty, try a sweeter approach and marinate meats in a sweet or sour sauce, fruit juice or a honey-lemon vinaigrette. If a food is too sweet, add salt or dilute it in water. Stimulate the taste buds and saliva glands with sour
foods: avoid pickles, but try wholesome options such as Greek yogurt, kefir or tart cherries.
Most cancer patients are too tired to make a meal, or even shop for it. Yet the importance of good, consistent nutrition can’t be overstated. DR. BRUCE MOSKOWITZ, physician and chairman of the Cancer Nutrition Consortium (CNC) 4. Nausea and vomiting. Besides being a common side effect of chemotherapy and radiation, cancer patients are often plagued with a condition called anticipatory nausea. That is, certain settings or circumstances, such as entering a treatment room, can make your loved one feel ill. Be aware of triggers and respect them, taking advantage of nausea-free days. Encourage fluid intake in between meals rather than with meals, to leave room in the stomach for food. A few hours before radiation or chemotherapy, prepare a light snack or meal to get nutrients and protein into the body. If the doctor prescribes an anti-nausea drug, keep close tabs on how well it’s working, advocating for alternatives if needed.
Eight rousing reasons to put a hearing test at the top of your ‘done’ list BRANDPOINT Of all the life hacks for better living, taking care of your hearing is among the smartest — and it yields an incredible ROI. In short, getting a hearing test is worth it. No matter what your age, untreated hearing loss can take its toll. The catch is, hearing loss is stealthy. It’s usually hard to notice at first. In fact, it tends to come on so gradually that it tricks you into oblivion. Then it robs you of more than you realize, sooner than you realize. From pilfering away at your relationships and quality of life, to putting you at risk for other health conditions, untreated hearing loss is a silent thief. And don’t think for a minute that you’re too young to think about hearing loss — you’re not. It’s a noisy world. You’re part of it. And the numbers show that hearing loss is becoming more common among younger adults - in their 20s and
30s. So make sure you value your hearing. It’s a treasure worth keeping. To give you an extra push, here are eight reasons why you should get a hearing test today. 1. It may help your pocketbook. Research shows that middle-aged people with hearing loss have about a third more in health care payments than those without hearing loss. A study by the Better Hearing Institute (BHI) shows that using hearing aids reduces the risk of income loss by 90 to 100 percent for those with milder hearing loss, and from 65 to 77 percent for those with severe to moderate hearing loss. People with untreated hearing loss
lost as much as $30,000 in income annually, the study found. 2. Your mind may benefit. Research shows a link between hearing loss and dementia, leading experts to believe that interventions, like hearing aids, could potentially delay or prevent dementia. Certainly, notable researchers believe that addressing hearing loss may at least help protect cognitive function. 3. It could boost your job performance. Most hearing aid users in the workforce say it has helped their performance on the job. That’s right. Getting a hearing test could benefit all those employees (a whopping 30 percent) who
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Five tips to keep your cellphone running smoothly BRANDPOINT We all love the convenience of modern cellphones. They’re so much more than just phones - they’ve become our cameras, calendars, mailboxes, entertainment consoles and internet browsers. But all those apps, photos, videos and games compete for a limited amount of room in which to operate. If you’re not careful, your phone’s memory will quickly become the digital equivalent of a traffic jam. Suddenly, space is hard to come by, so everything slows down — and when it does, we no longer love our cellphone quite so much. According to experts at Consumer Cellular, a wireless provider specializing in working with clients 50 and older, this doesn’t mean it’s time to scrap your phone. Instead, they recommend trying a few simple housecleaning steps, outlined below, before giving up on a sluggish device. These will help clear out most of the unwanted clutter and might just restore your phone’s performance back to nearly new.
Do you really use all photos and videos on your cellphone. Unlike using those apps?
Take a long look at the apps you’ve downloaded, and decide which ones you use regularly and therefore need to keep.
Delete the rest. Unused apps not only hog precious storage space, they also impact your battery life, as they are constantly restarting and running in the background without you even realizing it. You can always download an app again later if you discover you can’t live without it. But for now, get rid of the extras.
Learn to manage photos and videos.
Nothing beats the convenience of taking digital
film, there’s no set limit to how many you can take. But there definitely is a limit to how many you’ll want to keep stored on your device. Photos, and especially videos, chew up memory with each one you save. You also run the risk of losing the entire collection if something happens to your phone to wipe out its memory, or if it is lost or stolen. Review your saved items frequently to make sure you’re not keeping too many duplicates. Perhaps most importantly, regularly back up your files to a computer, external hard drive, or
cloud-based storage — then delete all (or most) of them from your phone. This will take a few extra minutes, but it’s time well
spent: it not only frees up space on your device, it also safeguards against your precious memories getting wiped away.
Clean up after browsing.
When you surf the internet on your phone, each website stores a unique collection of images, videos, or
text files required to display things like web pages and advertisements. These files makeup what’s called the phone’s cache memory, or cached data. Cached data is saved within your browser so that next time you access the site you already have the information necessary for it to load quickly. It’s a wonderful tool for web pages you visit frequently. But for sites you’ll rarely visit again, these files simply take up valuable digital real estate. As they accumulate, you’ll start to notice web pages taking a lot longer to
load, making your browsing experience much less enjoyable. To avoid this, make it a habit to periodically clear your cache memory. While each Android phone or iPhone is slightly different, the general process will include going to the “Settings” menu on your phone, then locating your Storage, Apps, or Applications Manager menu. Cached data is usually stored here, clearly labeled. Follow the prompts to delete unwanted files.
Make your contacts count.
Without careful attention,
your “Electronic Phone Book” can overflow with duplicate entries or justplain unimportant contacts. The cost of all that extra data is not only time wasted scrolling through extraneous information; it’s also eating up memory you could use for more valuable things. Review and organize your
contacts regularly to make sure you have a well-organized and up-to-date list. Group a person’s work, cellphone, and home phone number together under a single entry. Delete entries you won’t likely need again. And sync your contact list with your Apple or Google contacts to create a backup, just in case anything happens to your phone or its stored data.
Keep it as good as new.
Just keep in mind that while cellphones are wondrous, state-of-the-art technology, that doesn’t mean they won’t require some good old-fashioned human intervention from time-totime. Your phone, and your enjoyment of it, will benefit tremendously from regular monitoring and simple maintenance. Whether you’re using an entry-level flip phone or the most advanced smartphone, a little TLC will go a long way toward keeping things operating efficiently and extending the useful life of your device.